Our River Campaign:
It all starts here
At the heart of this new campaign is the vision of a healthy Mississippi River.
Updates and Articles
July 18, 2023
The Hastings Sand Coulee Scientific and Natural Area harbors the largest native prairie remnant in Dakota County — about 100 acres — along with an outstanding diversity of plants and animals, including nine rare species. Read more
July 17, 2023
What will the Corps focus on in their years-long study about the future of two metro locks and dams? The release of the Corps scoping documents gives us a picture of what questions they'll investigate — and what could go unanswered. Read more
July 12, 2023
July marks our 30th anniversary of protecting, restoring and enhancing the Mississippi River together. Executive Director Whitney Clark reflects on our beginnings and celebrates all we've accomplished since. Read more
July 3, 2023
We're excited to introduce Dr. Adriana Alejandro Osorio and Dr. Lynn Broaddus, the newest additions to our board of directors. Read more
July 1, 2023
As an organization focused on the river’s health, we get asked this all the time. Read more
June 20, 2023
Located along the backwaters of the Mississippi River, this 14-acre park hosts an array of native woodland plants and serves as an oasis along the Mississippi River flyway for migratory birds. Read more
June 12, 2023
On May 25, the U.S. Supreme Court announced a decision that drastically narrows the scope of the Clean Water Act and represents one of the most far-reaching rollbacks to this decades-old law since its passage in 1972. Read more
June 12, 2023
Tabitha Birdwell will lead our volunteer efforts. Meet her at a stewardship event this summer! Read more
June 7, 2023
The Environmental Stewardship Institute's Youth Council presented to the Met Council their findings on park access and connection, habitat conservation and community gardens. Hear their recommendations. Read more
June 2, 2023
Large numbers of invasive carp were found congregating at Lock and Dam 5 for the second time since March. Read more
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Upcoming Events
Three options: October 20, October 28, November 22, 2025
Hidden Falls Regional Park, St. Paul
Saturday, October 25, 2025 - 9:00am to 12:00pm
3M's oak woodlands, Cottage Grove
Now through October 26, 2025, dawn to 11 p.m.
Raspberry Island, St. Paul